2old2learn
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I am about to fly to Alaska for three months and am interested in purchasing a mountain bike while I am up there in the Fairbanks area. I am interested in purchasing the Staton Inc. Crank Shift Kit. I plan to drive by their offices in the next few days to visit with them regarding this project. I normally drive road bicycles and have no knowledge of mountain bikes. The Staton kit is best suited for a hard tail but I think I would like one with front and rear disc brakes, front suspension and at least a seatpost suspension with a seat with springs too. David told me that it may work with some full suspension bikes and I will discuss that with him when I go by his offices in Oklahoma City.
What bikes would you guys suggest. I don't won't to nor need to, spend a small fortune on the bike but would prefer to purchase one that is well built and has earned a good reputation and has parts available. I don't intend to do any serious rock hopping or serious mountain biking on it but will most likely ride on dirt, gravel, and muddy roads and hills that I don't normally ever ride on. I can't see myself doing ramp jumps or downhill races on it. I can see myself doing some mini recontours with camping gear as I explore the wilderness areas around Eielson AFB where I will be working.
Wayne
What bikes would you guys suggest. I don't won't to nor need to, spend a small fortune on the bike but would prefer to purchase one that is well built and has earned a good reputation and has parts available. I don't intend to do any serious rock hopping or serious mountain biking on it but will most likely ride on dirt, gravel, and muddy roads and hills that I don't normally ever ride on. I can't see myself doing ramp jumps or downhill races on it. I can see myself doing some mini recontours with camping gear as I explore the wilderness areas around Eielson AFB where I will be working.
Wayne
